The train was going at full speed when it hit the woman’s sedan, causing some damage. Nobody was injured.
SAN ANTONIO — A woman’s vehicle was hit by a slow-moving train after police say she got stuck on some train tracks on the south side of town.
It happened around 11:09 a.m. Wednesday on South Presa Street at East Southcross.
Officers say the woman’s small black sedan got stuck between the barriers after the arms of the railroad crossing went down.
The train was just pulling out of the depot when it collided with her car, causing minimal damage.
Union Pacific released this statement:
“A motorist attempted to cross a double set of railroad tracks in San Antonio, Texas, but did not make it across the second set of tracks before the crossing arms had come down,” said a spokesman from Union Pacific. “She then attempted to back up off the track but hit a locomotive that was clearing the first set of tracks.”
Officials say the impact wasn’t severe because the train was not going at full speed.
No injuries were reported.
Union Pacific also reminded drivers to always proceed with caution when crossing railroad tracks. Trains can’t swerve or stop quickly – but drivers can. Here are a few tips to stay safe:
- Slow down, look both ways, and cross only if your vehicle can fully clear the tracks.
- Stop at least 15 feet from the nearest rail when a train is approaching.
- Never drive around lowered gates – saving time isn’t worth risking lives.
- Check for multiple trains – look again before crossing each track.